Hey, Cortana. Welcome to the Windows 10 PC (pictures)

At Microsoft's Windows 10 launch event, the company carries over its Cortana digital assistant from the phone to tablets and PCs.

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Cortana for Windows 10

Cortana, released from the shackles of the Windows phone, now arrives to assist on other Windows devices, like the tablet and PC.

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Weather

One of Cortana's new tricks is forecasting the weather.

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Notebook

At-a-glance information of all the information Cortana collects is kept in the Notebook, like stocks and scores, and calendar appointments and travel details.